Perfecto Abb

ABSTRACT

An exercise device usable on a ground surface having a base member which is able to travel along the ground surface. An elongated gripping member is adjustably supported from the base member to accommodate persons of different physical dimensions, to allow such persons to hold the gripping member in a prone and slightly elevated position.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a novel and useful exercise devicewhich is particularly useful in developing abdominal muscles.

Many exercise machines and apparatuses have been devised to developparticular muscles of the human body. For example, treadmills areemployed to permit running for the development of legs, while pull upbars are employed to develop the biceps of the arms. In recent times, avariety of devices have also been employed to develop the abdominalmuscles of the human body. Such exercising machines usually include asliding member which moves along a track and is biased by a spring.

An exercise device which is particularly useful in developing abdominalmuscles would be a notable advance in the field of athletics.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a novel and useful exercise device.

The device of the present invention utilizes a base member. The basemember includes a first surface and a second surface. In general, thesecond surface faces the ground upon which the device of the presentinvention operates. The first surface of the base member may bediscontinuous. For example, the base member may be formed of amultiplicity or plurality of arms that radiate from a central axis. Eachof the arms would include an upper and lower surface. Adjacent uppersurfaces of the arms may be coplanar. The base member is constructed ofany rigid or semi-rigid material.

Means is also employed to permit the travel of the base member along theground surface. Such means may take the form of a plurality of rotatableparts such as wheels, partially caged spheres, bearings, and the like.Where the base member includes a plurality of arms radiating from acenter, the rotatable members would depend from the lower surface(constituting the second surface of the base member) of each of the armsand into rolling contact with the ground surface.

An elongated gripping element is also considered to be the importantportion of the present invention. The elongated gripping element may beformed with a relatively rigid core and a relatively soft cover, whichat least partially surrounds the rigid core. The gripping element maytake the form of a bar or rod of a predetermined length.

Means is also found in the present invention for adjustably supportingthe elongated gripping member to the base member at a predetermineddistance from the first surface of the base member. Such adjusting meansmay take the form of one or more posts. The posts are adjustably fittedto the elongated gripping element and to the base member. In certaininstances, each post may include a first end portion having a threadedsurface in one orientation and a second end portion having a threadedsurface in another opposite orientation. The gripping member and thebase member would include threaded orifices to threadingly engage thethreaded end portions of the posts. In this manner, the elongatedgripping element is adjustably maintained at a certain distance from thebase member to allow the user to exercise in a prone and slightlyelevated position.

It may be apparent that a novel and useful exercise device has beenhereinabove described.

It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide anexercise device which is particularly useful in developing the abdominalmuscles of a human body.

Another object of the present invention is to provide an exercise devicewhich is relatively simple to manufacture and maintain.

A further object of the present invention is to provide an exercisedevice which includes a gripping member which is movable relative to asurface and is adjustable in height above the ground surface.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an exercisedevice which is usable on a ground surface that may be employed bypersons of varying weights and heights.

The invention possesses other objects and advantages especially asconcerns particular characteristics and features thereof which willbecome apparent as the specification continues.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The invention will now be described with reference to the Drawingswherein:

FIG. 1—is a perspective view of a first embodiment of theMulti-Directional wheeled exercise device according to the invention.

FIG. 2—is a cross-sectional view of the Multi-Directional wheeledexercise device taken along lines A-A of FIG. 1.

FIG. 3—is a side elevational view of an individual using the exercisedevice in the extended kneeling position, with arms tucked prior topushing the exercise device forward.

FIG. 4—is a bottom view of the Multi-Directional wheeled exercise deviseof a second embodiment along lines B-B of FIG. 2.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Referring now to the drawing and FIG. 1 in particular, a wheeledMulti-Directional exercise device comprises a 4 cross frame comprisingof channel iron, 3 four Multi-Directional wheels mounted directly toframe, 2 removable and replaceable with various heights for increased ordecreased workout efforts, threaded into the frame whereas, 1 the handleand grip slides directly over adjustable 2 threaded pins. The handleconsisting of a grip of foam rubber, or sponge providing safe hold alsoallowing for perspiration absorbtion which otherwise could causeslipping of grip on the devise.

As seen in FIG. 2 the 2 adjustable threaded pins allow for six positionsof exercise difficulty, making this unit practical for young and old aswell as the high level athlete of many years of training. The lowprofile as seen in FIG. 3 provides maximum stationing with the 3 wheels@ 14 inches on center at opposing ends of 4 frame cross. By increasingthe height of 1 handle grip, the difficulty of motion is reducedproviding a progressive exercising device as individuals achieve theirown goals and limits. For ease of describing the invention the user willbe referred to herein in the masculine gender, although it is understoodthat the apparatus is equally useful for both men and women.

As seen in FIG. 3, a 7 user begins exercise. With 6 theMulti-Directional wheeled exercise device, on 7 users kneels with handson 1 grip rolling device forward away from his knees as in FIG. 3, thisforward motion away from knees is not limited to an in line motion. The3 Multi-Directional wheels uniquely designed to allow onomni-directional exercise limited only to the 7 users discretion. Atfull extension or prone position the 7 user is now half way through thecompletion of the exercise. At this point the 7 users arms, shoulders,back and abdominal muscles are under the greatest strain. The thighs ofthe 7 user are also in the most advanced position. The most difficultposition of the exercise for the 7 user is returning to the kneelingposition. Therefore persons not conditioned for this exercise, it isdesirable to use the 2 adjustable pins. For a taller 1 handle gripheight reducing the muscular effect needed to return to the standingposition. The 6 Multi-Directional wheeled exercising device according tothe invention permits adjustability of 2 hand grip height thereforevaries the force required to return to start position.

This unique, multi-directional, exercise device not only has a powerfulimpact on the human body and ones health; it also is easily accessible.It is the well rounded, ideal, and perfect exercise machine that targetsnot just one's abs but the entire body with results rippling in the formof human muscle. Regardless of whether you push it to the right or left,front or back, or even in a circle, watch the pounds shred away.Millions of individuals suffer at the hands of diseases such asdiabetes, heart problems, high-blood pressure, and obesity while manyothers are undiagnosed or at risk. Medicine can be found in the form ofexercise while doctor's all around the world prescribe this action onthe daily. Maximize your fitness journey while fighting against diseasewith this small, portable device which impacts are unforgettable.Experience undeniable happiness with this powerful, reliable, andvaluable device.

I claim the following: An exclusive or privledge to the embodiments ofmy invention as defined:
 1. An improved Multi-Directional wheeledexercise device comprising of 4 extensible wheels suitable for placementon surfaces of varying conditions, generally horizontal.
 2. An improvedMulti-Directional wheeled exercise device according to claim 1 whereinsaid the improvement of wheel directionability improves overall devicestability.